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Tag Archives: new product launch
Last updated: November 7, 2025
A Product Designer’s Tips For New Product Launches
In this post, we interview an experienced product designer to get his tips for new product launches. Why? A lot of people who come up with an innovative product idea think that the new product launch process goes something like … Continue reading
Can Getting To Market First Stop Copycats? [Podcast]
A recent China Law Blog article outlined why getting to market first with your new product isn’t great protection against copycats these days, especially if corners have been cut in the name of speed. Some entrepreneurs believe that skipping IP … Continue reading
Why Are Pilot Runs So Important When Launching New Products? [Podcast]
Pilot runs aren’t just a ‘good idea,’ they’re a must when manufacturing new products as you are about to find out… Renaud and Adrian from the team explore an important part of the new product launch process: pilot runs. In this … Continue reading
Toy Safety Tips: The Right Mindset for Inventors & Designers
Let’s get into a list of toy safety tips that will help you get into the right mindset to build safety into your toys from the start of the process and avoid anything as drastic as a safety recall. Inventors … Continue reading
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The 4 Key Stages Of The Toy Development Process
Creating for Kids is perhaps the most rewarding and fun sector to design for, so if you are about to take the plunge in this arena then welcome, strap yourself in and enjoy the ride! In this post, we’ll be … Continue reading
Incubator Or Accelerator? What Should A Hardware Startup Choose?
Hardware startups often ask us: ‘Incubator or accelerator? What’s our best choice?’ The answer depends largely on where you’re at with your product idea, how mature your business/company is, and what kind of investment you are looking for.
3 Product Design Approaches And Their Pros & Cons For Made-In-China Products
Before sourcing your Chinese supplier, let’s find out what kind of inventor you are (as each has different product design approaches that have different benefits) and also consider 6 product design tips in order to get better results.
Importing from China? Use this product specifications template.
Many importers don't organise their product specifications and dealings with suppliers at all well Some importers send information about the product they expect through many different channels: Email threads Skype, WeChat, or QQ conversations In the form of samples or validations of … Continue reading
Developing New Products? Which Suppliers Are The Right Fit For You?
If you’re developing new products and need to find a manufacturer in China or Vietnam to produce your great idea, what are your options?
Producing Private Label Products From Existing Products In China: 3 Supplier Options
So you’re an importer with a product idea for a fairly common product that can be branded with your logo. What are your options to produce private label products in China?
